Associations to the word «Absolution»

ABSOLUTION, noun. (ecclesiastical) An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority. [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]

ABSOLUTION, noun. Forgiveness of sins, in a general sense. [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]

ABSOLUTION, noun. The form of words by which a penitent is absolved. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]

ABSOLUTION, noun. An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]

ABSOLUTION, noun. (civil legal) (obsolete) An acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring an accused person innocent. [First attested in the early 17th century.]

ABSOLUTION, noun. (obsolete) Delivery, in speech.

ABSOLUTION DAY, proper noun. (Roman Catholic Church): Tuesday before Easter.

ABSOLUTION, noun. The condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance.

ABSOLUTION, noun. The act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance.